Senior Financial Accountant

Our client is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to oversee financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end activities, cashflow management, and financial controls. This role is suited to a hands-on professional with strong operational finance experience and a passion for driving accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the General Ledger, ensuring the accuracy of financial transactions
• Prepare monthly management accounts, journals, accruals, and provisions
• Maintain balance sheet integrity and investigate variances
• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions
• Manage reconciliations across bank, GL, debtors, creditors, intercompany, and control accounts
• Drive month-end close processes and ensure timely reporting
• Strengthen financial controls and maintain audit readiness
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation
• Support operational teams through financial insights and analysis
• Mentor and develop finance team members while driving accountability and performance

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Qualification:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years' operational accounting experience
• Experience within high-volume transaction environments
• Strong month-end reporting and General Ledger ownership experience
• Solid exposure to Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and cashflow management
• Experience with ERP systems and financial controls
• Proven experience leading or mentoring finance teams
• Bilingual in Afrikaans and English

Skills:

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong financial reporting and reconciliation capabilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong commercial acumen
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

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